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On March 29,
2011, our oldest
tribal member,
Lillian Kelty, will
turn 95 years old.
Happy birthday,
Lillian!
Kelty was
born on March
29, 1916, to Joe
(Mekdowse) and
Nellie
(Geshmokwe)
Waubiness. Her
mother and father
are both full
Potawatomi.
Kelty tells
the story that was
told to her by her
parents about
when she was
born. She said her
mother was preg-
nant with her
while her parents
were traveling to
Arpin, Wis., to help
her grandmother,
Namcemgokwe, make maple sugar.
Her mother then gave birth to Kelty
during the maple sugar harvest. She
laughs, “I’m a sugar baby.”
Kelty is of the bear clan, and her
Indian name is Wabasikwe, meaning
Early Morning Fog Woman.
She also mentions that her mother
named her Lily Ann, and while she was
in boarding school, they changed her
name to Lillian. Since then, she has
gone by the name Lillian.
Kelty’s childhood ranges from lis-
tening to her father sing songs to the
time she was taken away to boarding
school.
She talks about how police came
with a cord and used to take away Indian
kids. She said the police would come up
to the door and take the kids away from
their families.
During this time, Kelty lived with
her parents in Tomahawk, Wis. She was
able to come home during the summer
and some holiday vacations.
Kelty didn’t graduate because after
eight years in the boarding school, her
mother didn’t want her to go anywhere.
Her mother was scared of losing her
again. Kelty wanted to go to Haskell,
but her mother wouldn’t approve
because of all the time she spent away
from her family while she was in board-
ing school. Her mother told her, “No,
I’m not giving you no money and no
clothes.” So Kelty respected her moth-
er’s wishes and remained at home.
Kelty talks about how hard it was to
speak English. She said “That’s all they
wanted to do was make us like the white
kids and take our language away.” She
remembers only knowing the English
words, “yes” and “no”. Lillian also said
that she learned a lot in the boarding
school, like cooking, sewing and arith-
metic.
Kelty also played basketball while
in boarding school. She remembers play-
ing against Minocqua and Woodruff. She
remembers when her coach would tell
the girls not to play rough, but the white
girls were always rough with them. So
finally, her coach told them to “go to it.”
Kelty said when she had the basketball,
she held on tight and moved her ball
from left to right and knocked all the
white girls down. She laughs and said,
“That was fun.”
Kelty has 22 grandchildren and 92
great grandchildren. She doesn’t know
how many great-great grandchildren she
has because “they keep having babies; I
lost track.”
Her family here was the Waubiness
family. Kelty’s relatives that she remem-
bers growing up are George Tuckwab
and Mary
(Waubiness)
George. Kelty is
the only
Waubiness left.
Her first hus-
band was Frank
Tecumseh. She
married Frank
when she was
around 20 years
old. They were
married in the
courthouse in
Crandon, Wis.
They only paid
five dollars back
then to be married.
She and
Tecumseh had two
children together
and then moved to
Kansas. Tecumseh
hitchhiked on the
trains, while she
rode on the train
with her children,
and they met in
Kansas.
Tecumseh became sick while they
were in Kansas, so she and her children
moved back in with her parents in
Tomahawk, while he was in the sanitari-
um. Not long after she received the news
that Tecumseh passed on.
She remembers riding in a Model T
all night long to Kansas to make it to her
husband’s funeral.
Years later, Kelty married a
Chippewa man named Joe Kelty. They
moved to Chicago because Joe was a
locomotive fireman. Lillian and Joe had
three children together.
She lived in Chicago for 44 years,
and of those 44 years, she worked about
30 years as a laborer.
Kelty talks about all the different
races of people she got to work with but
fondly remembers the Japanese. She
says they were good people to her, and
on Christmas they always brought her a
big chocolate bar.
Kelty likes to work on word-search
puzzles and watch television. She enjoys
spending time with her family and loves
to visit and meet new people.
Happy 95th birthday to our eldest
Potawatomi, Lillian Kelty!
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VOLUME 16, ISSUE 18 NME BNE GISES STURGEON MONTH MARCH 15, 2011
Forest County Potawatomi’sOldest Elder, Lillian Kelty, Turns 95 on March 29
Our beautiful oldest tribal member, Lillian Kelty (Wabasikwe).
by Aiyana VanZile
Tribal Member Businesspg. 3
Youth Activitiespg. 7
CommunityPOTAWATOMI TRAVELING TIMES • March 15, 2011Page 2
Milwaukee Construction Veteran Tapped to LeadNew Potawatomi-Owned ConstructionManagement Firmsubmitted by Pam Kassner, Super Pear Strategies Representative
MILWAUKEE (Feb. 28, 2011) –
The Potawatomi Business Development
Corporation (PBDC)—the economic
diversification arm of the Forest County
Potawatomi—announced it has tapped
Robert E. Schmitt, former president of
Grunau Project Development, to lead its
new construction management firm,
Greenfire Management Services, LLC
(GMS).
“With Bob and his team, GMS has
the experience and personnel to help
ensure clients receive the highest quality
construction on time and within budget,”
said Pepi Randolph, CEO of the
Potawatomi Business Development
Corporation. “PBDC is responding to a
need in the marketplace for Native
American-owned and operated construc-
tion management firms. As we continue
to diversify the tribes’ portfolio beyond
gaming, we’re excited to be in a position
to help create jobs and build
Milwaukee.”
GMS will fill a void in the current
Milwaukee marketplace. As a tribally-
owned minority firm with a seasoned
management team and strong bonding
capacity, GMS will be attractive to
clients needing minority contractor par-
ticipation as well as federal, state and
local government agencies.
“Successful building projects are
contingent on outstanding management
capabilities and a mindset that unites all
team members behind one main purpose
– a superior experience,” explained
GMS President Robert Schmitt. “And, in
a recovering economy, the importance of
pre-construction planning will be even
more critical. Our senior executives will
be involved in all projects from day one
and stay involved until the final close-
out.”
Schmitt has nearly 40 years of expe-
rience in all phases of the construction
process. He worked closely with the
tribe during the construction of the ini-
tial $120 million Potawatomi Bingo &
Casino, and has been working with
PBDC as a consultant on their
Concordia Trust Property.
As a minority firm, GMS’s ability
to handle large projects with its experi-
enced management team and financial
stability will make it unique in the
Milwaukee market. Further, the firm will
sub-contract all construction work creat-
ing meaningful opportunities for minori-
ty employees, subcontractors and suppli-
ers.
The firm will serve private owners
and developers, public entities, tribes
and tribal entities and large construction
firms seeking to partner with an estab-
lished, bondable minority firm. Ideal
projects are those that are large, complex
and environmentally-focused. GMS will
incorporate sustainable practices into all
of its functions and services.
The firm is currently providing
property management services to the
Forest County Potawatomi for the
Concordia Trust Property and expects to
soon announce several new construction
management clients.
GMS’s management team has deep
roots in the Milwaukee construction
marketplace having developed strong
relationships with architects, owners,
and developers over the past 40 years.
These relationships will prove invalu-
able in acquiring new construction con-
tracts.
ABOUT GREENFIRE MANAGE-MENT SERVICES, LLC: GMS is a con-struction management, property man-agement and wwner’s representativefirm located in Milwaukee. GMS is awholly owned company of thePotawatomi Business DevelopmentCorporation (PBDC) and is currently inthe process of obtaining federal, state,and local certifications as a NativeAmerican-owned company. For moreinformation, visit www.greenfirellc.net.
ABOUT THE POTAWATOMIBUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CORPO-RATION: The Potawatomi BusinessDevelopment Corporation is owned andoperated by the Forest CountyPotawatomi Community of Wisconsin.The corporation seeks to diversifyPotawatomi business interests beyondgaming in effort to secure the future ofthe Potawatomi tribe for the next sevengenerations and beyond. In addition toGreenfire Management Services, busi-ness holdings include: One ProspectTechnologies, Advancia Corporation,Advancia Aeronautics, PotawatomiTraining, Potawatomi Test & Evaluationand Securio Group. For more informa-tion on the PBDC, call Kip Ritchie at414-727-2041, ext. 6007, or visit ourwebsite at www.potawatomibdc.com.
FCP Natural Resources Dept. Announces March 5 Bug Lake Winter Fisheree Winners
photo submitted by Matt Steinbach, FCP Natural
Resources Dept. Water Resources program director
photo submitted by Matt Steinbach, FCP Natural
Resources Dept. Water Resources program director
l-r: Jamie Tuckwab took second with a 7 1/4”, .164 lbs. perch.Ryon Alloway took the youth division first with a 8”, .228 lbsperch. John Alloway took first with a 10 3/8”, .505 lbs perch.
Pictured above: Grand prize winner John Alloway points out hisplace on the Winning Board as he happily stands near his grandprize, an ice auger.
This information is based onWisconsin Act 158 and WisconsinDepartment of Commerce Rules.
Wisconsin’s new carbon monoxide(CO) law will ensure safe homes with thepresence of carbon monoxide alarms. Fireand carbon monoxide prevention starts witheducation about this new law.
What you need to know:
All single family and two unit homes –new and existing – must install a CO alarmon every floor level, near sleeping areas.
New construction must be hard-wiredwith a battery back-up. Existing homes mayinstall any type of CO alarms: battery, plug-in, or combination smoke/CO devices.
A carbon monoxide detector requiredunder this section shall bear anUnderwriters Laboratories, Inc., listingmark.
The law has been in place since Feb.1, 2011.
Alarms should be installed in accor-dance with directions from the manufactur-er.
Alarms do not have to be installed inthe attic, garage or storage areas of homes.
Test alarms monthly and replacealarms according to manufacturer instruc-tions. Check and replace batteries twice ayear. Alarms should never be disconnectedor unplugged. Batteries should never beremoved for other uses.
Common CO sources in your home:furnaces, stoves and ovens, water heaters,dryers, room space heaters, fireplace andwood stoves and charcoal grills.
Symptoms of CO poisoning include:headache, nausea, fatigue, dizziness andshortness of breath.
Call your local fire department (911) ifthe alarm sounds and anyone is experienc-ing “flu-like” systems. The best initial treat-ment for CO exposure is fresh air, followedby treatment from a physician.
State Law RequiresCarbon MonoxideDetectorssubmitted by Linda Thomaschefsky,FCP Emergency ManagementDirector
FCP tribal
member Paul
Shegonee is the
new owner of The
Rack, which is now
called Urban Fab,
located on 104 W.
Madison St,
Crandon. Shegonee
has been the new
owner as of Feb.
11, 2011. This is
Shegonee’s first
business, and he
has other business
plans in the
process.
Shegonee
would like to wel-
come all Native
Americans that may
have a clothing line
or any accessories to contact him at 715-
478-0463.
Shegonee has many ideas in mind
on what he would like to offer in his
new store like embroidery, different
brands of shoes, more children’s clothes
and a little more for the older crowd.
He is also in the process of renovat-
ing the entire building and the apart-
ments that were included in the sale.
Shegonee is offering deals on the
inventory that came along with purchase
of The Rack. He plans to offer newer
South Pole clothing, and is also awaiting
the arrival of Gucci, Imperious, and
Pelle Pelle lines.
We wish Shegonee luck with his
new store!
See page 11 for Urban Fab’s ad.
Community POTAWATOMI TRAVELING TIMES • March 15, 2011 Page 3
Deadline for the April 1, 2011 issue is Wednesday, March 16, 2011.
PTT STAFF
Managing Editor:
WINDA COLLINS
Office Manager:
MICHELLE SPAUDE
Reporter/Photographer:
AIYANA VANZILE
Graphic Artists:
AMY KAMPSTRA
KRYSTAL STATEZNY
FCP EXECUTIVE COUNCILChairman:
HAROLD “GUS” FRANK
Vice Chairman:JAMES A. CRAWFORD
Secretary:LORNA SHAWANO
Treasurer:JOSEPH DANIELS
Council Members:JOHN ALLOWAY
TOM BOELTER
8000 Potawatomi Trail • PO Box 340 • Crandon, WI 54520
phone: (715) 478-7437 • fax: (715) 478-7438
email: [email protected] • website: www.fcpotawatomi.com
Potawatomi Traveling Times (PTT) is a twice-monthly publication of the Forest County
Potawatomi Nation. Editorials and articles appearing in the PTT are the responsibility of the
authors and do not necessarily reflect the opinion or attitude of the PTT staff or the FCP
Nation. PTT encourages the submission of Letters to the Editor. All letters must include the
signature, address and telephone number of the author. Letters are subject to editing for
grammar, length, malicious and libelous content. The PTT reserves the right to reject any
advertising, materials or letters submitted for publication. The submission of articles, poet-
ry, artwork and photos is encouraged. The Editor makes the sole decision of what is pub-
lished in the PTT and will not assume any responsibility for unsolicited material nor will the
PTT guarantee publication upon submission. PTT will not guarantee publication of materi-
als submitted past deadlines posted in the PTT. No part of this publication may be repro-
duced without the written consent of the Editor.
Member of the
Native American
Journalists Association
Flandreau, S.D.
Dec. 21, 1938
Dear Mr. Kerr,
I am sorry I did not write any soon-
er. Hope you forgive me. I’m feeling
fine and couldn’t be better.
I’m trying out for boxing in the 112
lb. division. Some of the boys fought
Tuesday night at Worthington, Minn.,
and lost only one fight. The other bouts
were won by knockouts. I couldn’t go
because I was 5 lbs. too heavy. Maybe
next month I’ll get to go.
Our vacation begins Dec. 24 to Jan.
2. School begins on Jan. 3. During this
time there’s to be dances, shows, par-
ties, skating, hiking and sleigh ride par-
ties. I don’t know how they’re going on
sleigh rides, as there’s no snow here.
I am sorry, but I’ll have to come to
a close. I wish you a Merry X-mas and
Happy New Year. Also, have a good
time during vacation.
Your friend,
Joe
P.S. More news after the vacation. I’m too involved in the holiday spirit now.
Joe Wewasson1920 - 1996
This photo of Joe Wewassonwas taken at the home of HazelGeorge in 1994 by NormanTribbett.
Letters to a TeacherMany students who attended the Kokomo School in the Stone Lake communi-
ty respected and thought highly of their teacher, George J. Kerr. The Kokomo
“family” of students, parents and teacher held a special bond. Several of his stu-
dents carried on correspondence with Kerr for several years.
Letters, photos and drawings used are in the Kerr family collection and were
shared with with Norman H. Tribbett. Below is the fifth in a series of letters to be
shared in future issues of the Traveling Times.
On Tuesday, March 1, Hoover Thunder stopped by the FCP Elderlyassisted living facility to chat with friends over coffee. Picturedfrom left to right are Willie Shepard, Louie Thunder and HooverThunder. What a great photo opportunity! submitted photo
Urban Fab Opens Doors inCrandon
Paul Shegonee in his new store Urban Fab
by Aiyana VanZile
James Gumm Jr., Forestry Tech
Hire Date: 1/24/11
Contact info: (715) 473-6034
Jamie Sears, Security
Hire Date: 2/7/11
Contact info: (715) 478-7229
Lori Hanson, Health & Wellness LPN
Hire Date: 2/14/11
Contact info: (715) 478-4979
Welcome to these New Employees
Community/VeteransPOTAWATOMI TRAVELING TIMES • March 15, 2011Page 4
WDVA Secretary’s Column submitted by Ken Black, WDVA Secretary
I’m excited that word is getting out
about an important event for veterans next
month. On April 13, the Wisconsin
Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA)
will hold a Veterans Capitol Rally, in col-
laboration with veterans service organiza-
tions and advocacy groups.
This rally will provide an opportunity
for all veterans’ advocates to network with
friends and colleagues, as we make our
voices heard in support of veterans’ issues
and meet with members of the Wisconsin
State Legislature to acknowledge their
efforts on behalf of state veterans.
A day’s worth of events is planned,
including an initial briefing in the Zeitlin
Education Center on the second floor of
WDVA Central Office, to talk about leg-
islative priorities. After a lunch program,
we’ll rally at the State Capitol at noon,
showing a solid and positive presence for
veterans. Then, groups will attend sched-
uled meetings with their respective legis-
lators. Late in the day, at around 3 p.m.,
participants who would like to are encour-
aged to take part in a social gathering at a
downtown Madison restaurant.
It’s very important that we have a
strong showing to advocate for veterans’
pressing needs. The Veterans Trust Fund
(VTF), which is the department’s primary
funding source for state veterans’ benefits,
programs, and services, is in critical con-
dition, and immediate support is needed to
keep our veterans programs running.
It is absolutely imperative that the
VTF remain solvent in order to serve the
over 417,000 Wisconsin veterans who
have earned and deserve their current ben-
efits and services. With both an aging
population of veterans needing long-term
care and an increasing number of younger
veterans utilizing reintegration services,
the WDVA needs continued funding to
provide essential services, including assis-
tance for employment, attention to women
veterans’ issues, housing, health care,
transportation and education.
We have a new generation of veterans
facing both familiar and unique chal-
lenges, such as adapting to everyday life
just as veterans have before them. At the
same time, these new veterans may deal
with the effects of Traumatic Blast Injury,
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and other
unique issues.
The youngest veterans have plans and
hopes for the future, and the course we set
now will affect their success.
I encourage you and everyone you
know to join us at the Veterans Capitol
Rally, even if it is solely for the noon rally
portion of the day. We have so much to do
on behalf of Wisconsin veterans. We’re all
in this together, and with all of our voices
sounding off in unity, we will be heard.
All attendees should register before
April 1. To register or for more infor-
maiton, visit www.WisVets.com/Rally or
contact WDVA Executive Assistant Max
Dulberger at [email protected].
wi.us.
Did You Know...Did you know that 35 percent of all living veterans served during the
Vietnam War? In 2009, there were:
• 7.6 million Vietnam-era veterans. (1964-1975)
• 4.5 million Gulf War veterans. (August 1990-present)
• 2.7 million veterans of the Korean War. (1950-1953)
• 2.3 million World War II veterans. (1941-1945)
• 47,000 veterans of both the Vietnam and Gulf War eras.
Numbers courtesy of About.com.
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Veterans and Military Affairs -Summary of Governor Walker's2011-2013 Biennial Budgetsubmitted by Waylon Hurlburt, Senior Policy Advisor of the Office of GovernorScott Walker
The Wisconsin GI tuition and fee
reimbursement will be expanded to pro-
vide full remission of academic fees for
128 credits or eight semesters, whichever
is longer, without regard to the number of
credits the veteran student received under
federal program benefits. This restores a
promise to our veterans.
Veterans Trust Fund
This budget will ensure the solvency
of the Veterans Trust Fund through the
biennium by providing funding and giving
the Department of Veterans Affairs flexi-
bility to reallocate revenues within the
agency.
Revenues earned by the Veterans
Home at King are routinely higher than
expenditures related to the home, resulting
in program revenue balances. The home is
projected to have a positive program rev-
enue balance at the end of the FY 2011-13
biennium of over $13 million. This is
largely due to compensation savings
resulting from Governor Walker's budget
repair bill. This balance is sufficient to
provide surplus funds to support the
Veterans Trust Fund while still ensuring
there is a sufficient balance to support the
activities of the home.
Nursing Homes
Provide funding for the Department
of Veterans Affairs to build and operate a
new veterans home in Chippewa Falls.
The department will contract out for the
daily operations and staffing of the home.
The budget provides statutory language
allowing the department to enter into an
agreement with a private entity to operate
the home and establishes statutory
requirements that ensure proper oversight
of the home. A number of other states
have chosen to contract for the operations
of their veterans homes including
Maryland, South Carolina, North
Carolina, Utah, Texas and Georgia.
Department of Military Affairs
Provide $1 million additional funding
to WEM from the Petroleum Inspection
Fund for local assistance after a state dis-
aster.
Other Veteran Issues:
• Provide additional expenditure
authority to increase staffing and mainte-
nance at the Wisconsin Veterans Memorial
Cemeteries in order to meet the demand
for services.
• Provide expenditure authority and
staffing to redevelop exhibit space at the
Wisconsin Veterans Museum to create a
temporary Civil War exhibit, and to move
manuscripts, collections and archival
materials to a new preservation storage
facility.
• Reorganize and consolidate the
Department of Veterans Affairs to provide
greater administrative efficiency and
improved oversight.
The Governor is committed to intro-
ducing a budget that includes only items
that have a fiscal impact to state or local
governments. Some budget requests from
veteran's organizations were non-fiscal
policy items and should be passed through
the normal legislative process. This will
ensure full transparency and accountability.
The FCP Solid WasteProgram would like toannounce the first winnerof the Recycler of theMonth competition. Thewinner for January 2011,is Danny Alloway. Allowayis pictured receiving hiscertificate and award of a$25 gift card at the FCPNatural ResourcesDepartment building.submitted photo
Community Winner Announced
Departments POTAWATOMI TRAVELING TIMES • March 15, 2011 Page 5
March is National ColorectalCancer Awareness Monthsubmitted by Elizabeth Reed, FCP Health & Wellness Center Community HealthRepresentative
What is colorectal cancer?
Colorectal cancer is cancer that
occurs in the colon or rectum. Sometimes
it is called colon cancer for short.
It’s a killer.
Colorectal cancer is the second lead-
ing cancer killer in the United States, but it
doesn’t have to be. If everybody age 50 or
older had regular screening tests, at least
one-third of deaths from this cancer could
be avoided.
Who can get this?
Both men and women can get col-
orectal cancer. Colorectal cancer is most
often found in people 50 and older. The
risk for getting colorectal cancer increases
with age.
Are you at risk?
Your risk for colorectal cancer may be
higher than average if:
• You or a close relative have had col-
orectal polyps or colorectal cancer.
• You have inflammatory bowel dis-
ease.
People at high-risk for colorectal can-
cer may need earlier or more frequent tests
than other people. Talk to your doctor
about when you should begin screening
and how often you should be tested.
Screening saves lives!
If you’re 50 or older, getting a screen-
ing test for colorectal cancer could save
your life. Here’s how:
• Colorectal cancer usually starts from
polyps in the colon or rectum. A polyp is a
growth that shouldn’t be there.
• Over time, some polyps can turn
into cancer.
• Screening tests can find polyps, so
they can be removed before they turn into
cancer.
• Screening tests can also find col-
orectal cancer early. When it is found
early, the chance of being cured is good.
You may experience symptoms. Some
people with colorectal polyps or colorectal
cancer do have symptoms which may
include:
• Blood in your stool (bowel move-
ment).
• Pain, aches or cramps in your stom-
ach that happen a lot and you don’t know
why.
• A change in bowel habits, such as
having stools that are narrower than usual.
• Losing weight and you don’t know
why.
If you have any of these symptoms,
talk to your doctor. These symptoms may
also be caused by something other than
cancer. However, the only way to know
what is causing them is to see your doctor.
People who have polyps or colorectal
cancer sometimes don’t have symptoms,
especially at first. This means that some-
one could have polyps or colorectal cancer
and not know it. That is why having a
screening test is so important.
What’s the bottom line?
Celebrate today, celebrate this month,
celebrate YOUR life. If you are 50 or
older, or are experiencing symptoms asso-
ciated with colorectal cancer, please get
screened!
*references taken from the CDC,Colorectal Cancer Alliance
Flood Safety Awareness Weeksubmitted by Linda Thomaschefsky, FCP Emergency Management DepartmentDirector
Spring brings many simple pleasures:
warming temperatures, longer days and
green grass. Spring can also bring fast
melting snow and heavy rainfall, sparking
the potential of flooding.
Governor Scott Walker has declared
March 14-18, 2011, as Flood Safety
Awareness Week in Wisconsin. It is a per-
fect time to make sure you and your fami-
ly are prepared for potential flooding.
In the past 10 years, Wisconsin has
experienced eight federally declared flood
disasters. For example, in June 2008,
severe flooding throughout the state led to
disaster declarations in 30 counties with
more than $93 million distributed in feder-
al disaster aid.
The risk of flooding is higher if you
are in a low-lying area, near water or
downstream from a dam or where the sur-
rounding geography has been changed by
development. But, as we’ve seen across
Wisconsin over the last several years,
flooding can happen anywhere. In fact,
about 25 percent of all flood insurance
claims come from floods that happen in
low or moderate flood risk areas. So, what
should you do?
• Make a plan. Your family may not
be together when a flood hits, so it's
important to know how you will contact
one another, how you will meet up in a
safe place, and what you will do in case of
an emergency.
• Get a kit. An emergency kit can be
your life line after an emergency. It should
sustain yourself and your family for up to
three days. For flood prone areas, keeping
your important documents in a sealed, air-
tight container will keep them safe from
water damage.
• Know the risk. One of the most
important steps of being prepared is to
find out if your home is at risk for flood-
ing. You don't have to live near a river or
stream to experience flooding.
• Protect your property. Less than
one percent of households in Wisconsin
have flood insurance. Without flood insur-
ance, whether you are renting or own the
home or business, you are responsible for
the losses. Also, there is a 30-day waiting
period from date of purchase before your
policy goes into effect. That’s why now is
the time to purchase flood insurance. Go
to www.floodsmart.gov for more informa-
tion.
For more information on how to make
a plan, get a kit, know the risk and buy
flood insurance, visit http://readywiscon-
sin.wi.gov.
What do you think of when you think
of the month of March? Do you think
about the lingering snow on the ground
and wish for warmer and brighter days?
Do you think of spring flowers and green
grass slowly coming through to show their
beautiful colors across the countryside?
March is not only a month for new
beginnings and change but a month to
show your support and awareness for the
ever increasing fight against HIV/AIDS.
Many people are uncomfortable talking
about HIV and AIDS, but progress in the
fight against it depends on our knowing
the basic facts about transmission.
There are two days this month that
are dedicated to increasing awareness of
this epidemic. The first was March 10,
marking National Women and Girls
HIV/AIDS Awareness Day; and the second
being March 20, marking not only the first
day of Spring, but National Native
American HIV/AIDS Awareness Day.
You may be asking yourself, why are
these the only two days that are important
for awareness? Truth be told, they aren’t.
Every day of awareness is an important
day. These just happen to be two days of
this month that were designated to be even
more aware.
National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS
Awareness Day is a nationwide observance
that encourages people to take action in
the fight against HIV/AIDS and raise
awareness of its impact on women and
girls. The number of women living with
HIV has tripled in the last two decades.
The statistics are alarming. Every 35 min-
utes a woman tests positive for HIV in the
U.S. Today, about one in four Americans
living with HIV are women.
National Native American HIV/AIDS
Awareness Days is an observance day held
to provide an opportunity to raise aware-
ness of the risks of the disease to Native
people and communities. Although
Alaskan Natives and American Indians
represent roughly one percent of the U.S.
population, there is a high sufferance of
health disparities, including HIV/AIDS.
American Indians have the third highest
rate of new HIV infections.
Raising awareness about HIV/AIDS
is only the first step. Spread the word, not
the disease! Take time for you and those
you love. Get tested!
National Native AmericanHIV/AIDS Awareness Day submitted by Elizabeth Reed, FCP Health & Wellness Center Community HealthRepresentative
“To keep the body in good health is a duty, for
otherwise we shall not be able to trim the lamp of wisdom,
and keep our mind strong and clear. Water surrounds the lotus
flower, but does not wet its petals.”
-Buddha
Youth/CulturePOTAWATOMI TRAVELING TIMES • March 15, 2011Page 6
The original art on this page was created and submitted by Maria Crawford, age 15,
daughter of FCP tribal member Jeff Crawford.
To the Forest County Potawatomi Community
For almost two years, FCP youth aged 8-18 have attended the Waging
Words of Wisdom group in conjunction with the Walking 4 Directions program.
As the coordinator for this group, I am very impressed with the progress I have
seen with so many of the members.
Addressing topics of bullying, fear, shame, alcohol and drug abuse, rules
and consequences and peer pressure are never easy topics for anyone to
explore. However, the youth have done a “gold medal” job in a variety of ways.
They are beginning to have the ability to apply customs and traditions to their
daily living, along with using the tools they have learned to help them with
inner strength.
Focus is placed on P.I.E.S., an acronym that stands for physical, intellectu-
al, emotional and spiritual strengths that lead to positive self esteem and sereni-
ty. Again, the youth have excelled in these areas. I am very proud and honored
to see the positive changes in our cherished future leaders.
Congratulations to the youth! They are the future of the Forest County
Potawatomi reservation.
Sincerely,
Brian D. Learned, FCP Domestic Violence Shelter house manager
Beading and Regalia-MakingClasses
Youth/Culture POTAWATOMI TRAVELING TIMES • March 15, 2011 Page 7
Saturday & Sunday March 19 & 20, 2011
Wabeno High School Gymnasium, Wabeno, WI, Hwy. 32
Grand Entry:Saturday 1 & 7 p.m. • Sunday 1 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday Feast: 5 p.m.
10 Pre-Registered Drums OnlyNo Walk-Ins • No Drum Hopping
Must have at least 5 Singers Per Drum
Vendors: Contact Brian Tupper at 715-478-7420
Only Native American Crafts & VendorsLimited Space
Princess, Jr. Princess, and Brave Contest
Friday, March 18, 2011, 7 p.m.Must be DESCENDANTS of Forest County Potawatomi
Contact Ruth Pemma at (715) 889-1334
RAFFLES • HONORARIUMS • GIVEAWAYS • NO Alcohol or Drugs • Not Responsible for Lost or Stolen Items
SPECIAL:1) Men’s Traditional2) Men’s Grass —
1st: $500; 2nd: $400; 3rd: $300; 4th: $200
3) Womens "Old Time Scrub"4) Youth Hand Drum Special
5) Clown Dance Special12 Years and Up, Saturday Night Session
MC: Artley Skenandore Arena Director: Nathan Morris
Head Male Dancer: Jonathan JohnsonHead Female Dancer: Anitra Pemma
HOST DRUM: NORTHERN CREE
For Hotel Info, ContactStephany Shepard (715) 478-4433
PUBLIC WELCOME
To Whom It May Concern:
My name is Charlene (Doots) Daniels, and I work for the Behavioral Health
Department of the FCP Health & Wellness Center. My job title is FCP Youth
Prevention Specialist-in-training. My room is located in the gym of the old tribal
hall. I also have a co-worker who works along with me, Anne Olson.
We will be providing beading and regalia-making classes to youth and adults
in our community, along with a story/lesson/reading/survey. We will be using cre-
ative ways to build protective factors and lower risk factors in our youth and
adults that lead to binge drinking and underage drinking in our community and
local area. The overall goal is to create a different norm and/or change the culture
of drinking in Wisconsin, starting with our community.
Also, we have been aware of our youth attending after-school tutoring and,
of course, we encourage and support those who attend the program. So as to bet-
ter serve our youth, the beading and regalia classes will be held from 4:30 to 6 p.m.
See calendar of events on page 9 for dates, times and locations. If you have
any questions about the program, please feel free to call me at (715) 478-4195. If
I am away from my desk, please leave your name and number. I will return your
call as soon as possible.
We look forward to working with all of our youth in the community, as well
as the adults.
Thank you and yours truly,
Charlene Daniels
Youth on the Move - Snowshoeing
Above: The CHOICES program merge with Youth on the Move forSnowshoeing in Carter
Youth on the Move Snowshoeing start at the Rec Center
Above: Dominick Daniels shows off his bracelet he made inthe beading and regalia classes offered by Charlene Daniels.
Above: Gloria Lemieux and Elijah Daniels make key chains in thebeading and regalia-making class.
photo submitted by Lisa Miller
photo by Aiyana VanZile
photo submitted by Charlene Daniels
photo submitted by Charlene Daniels
News/GamingPOTAWATOMI TRAVELING TIMES • March 15, 2011Page 8
Domestic Violence Open Forum submitted by Carol Lee Saffioti-Hughes, Wabeno Public Library Director
An open meeting will be held on
March 23, 2011, to discuss the need for
awareness of domestic violence and
assault at 7 p.m., at the Wabeno Town
Hall building. The meeting is co-spon-
sored by the Wabeno Public Library, Tri-
County Council on Domestic
Violence/Sexual Assault, The Forest
County Potawatomi Domestic Violence
Shelter and the Wabeno Police
Department. This meeting is open for all
the public concerned about these issues
in our homes, our families and our com-
munity.
Often, domestic violence has early
warning signals, but it is often extremely
difficult to reach out to someone in need,
or to get help for one’s self. Here is a list
of some of the topics to be covered:
• Warning signs
• Need for confidentiality
• Officer involvement
• Statistics
• How to make that first step
Tri-County Council on Domestic
Violence/Sexual Assault promotes non-
violence as a life choice and provides a
safe environment for persons in crisis.
The agency believes the use of violence
and other forms of power and control is
unacceptable. It advocates and educates
to stop the cycle of violence, and sup-
ports those it serves to discover choices,
build self-confidence, and regain dignity
through services that draw on individual
strengths and community resources.
There has been a need for a more
local forum for discussion for community
members who may not have access to
transportation to attend countywide meet-
ings. The public library is often a neutral
place where people come for information
and to talk about their situations, but the
library is not equipped for counseling.
However, we are an information source,
and an important link in a small commu-
nity to services that may be more region-
alized.
Those organizations involved are
pleased to be a part of a process that will
help community members better under-
stand the warning signals, encourage and
support victims, and know what
resources and courses of action are avail-
able. Even if only one or two persons
attend, the meeting will be deemed a suc-
cess. Feedback from community mem-
bers in regards to the need for local sup-
port services is an important part of the
process!
The meeting is free and refreshments
will be available. The meeting is expect-
ed to last approximately 90 minutes, but
will depend on the number of participants
and their input. The Wabeno Town Hall
is located at 4473 North Branch St.,
Wabeno, and may be accessed from the
parking lot door that evening.
For more information, contact the
Wabeno Library at (715) 473-4131, or
the Tri-County Council on Domestic
Violence and Sexual Assault at (715)
478-3780. The 24 hour crisis hotline is
1 (800) 236-1222.
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American Dietetic AssociationEncourages Everyone to EatRight with ColorPress Release by American Dietetic Association
As trends continue to indicate
Americans are interested in improving
their diets and leading more healthful
lifestyles, the American Dietetic
Association (ADA) reminds everyone
that an easy way to focus on eating better
is to “Eat Right with Color,” which is
this year's theme of National Nutrition
Month®. Each March, ADA focuses atten-
tion on returning to the basics of healthy
eating. This year’s National Nutrition
Month theme encourages consumers to
remember to include a colorful variety of
fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean pro-
teins and dairy on their plates every day.
“The American Dietetic Association
is committed to improving the nation’s
health, and one of the ways we do this is
by providing science-based nutrition
information to consumers in a way that’s
easy to understand and apply to their
everyday lives,” said registered dietitian
and ADA President Judith C. Rodriguez.
“National Nutrition Month offers a great
opportunity to focus people’s attention on
a universal theme that cuts through the
clutter of information and gets back to
the principles of a healthful diet.”
Initiated in 1973 as a week-long
event, “National Nutrition Week” became
a month-long observance in 1980 in
response to growing public interest in
nutrition. Additionally, to commemorate
the dedication of registered dieticians as
advocates for advancing the nutritional
status of Americans and people around
the world, the second Wednesday of
March has been designated “Registered
Dietitian Day.” This year marks the
fourth annual Registered Dietitian Day.
The recently released 2010 Dietary
Guidelines for Americans recommend an
increased focus on a plant-based diet.
This combined with including lean
meats, fish and poultry, and low-fat milk
and dairy products, creates a rainbow of
colors on the plate that serve as the foun-
dation for a healthful eating plan.
“The dietary guidelines provide a
great base for directing the eating pat-
terns of Americans. The expertise of reg-
istered dietitians can translate the guide-
lines into easy, actionable and personal
information that can be used to develop a
healthful eating plan that is right for the
individual,” Rodriguez said. “ADA
encourages all Americans to take time
during National Nutrition Month to look
at their eating patterns and begin to make
the small improvements that, over time,
add up to significant health benefits.”
As part of this public education cam-
paign, ADA’s National Nutrition Month
website www.eatright.org/nnm includes a
variety of helpful tips, fun games, promo-
tional tools and nutrition education
resources, all designed to spread the mes-
sage of good nutrition around the “Eat
Right with Color” theme.
For more information visit, www.
eatright.org.
The key to the future of the Forest
County Potawatomi Community is, with-
out doubt, its children. The youth will
inherit the responsibilities that directly
affect the tribe’s ability to profit from its
gaming, which is essential to the tribe’s
ongoing self-sufficiency. A casino could
face very serious problems without effec-
tive regulation. It is important that the
youth understand the significance of regu-
lation in protecting its tribe’s assets and
reputation.
The Forest County Potawatomi
Gaming Commission is committed to pro-
viding effective regulation to the casinos
owned and operated by the tribe. And,
because the Gaming Commission recog-
nizes the significant role that its youth has
to the future of the tribe, they are excited
to announce the onset of “Sovereign
Reflections,” its internship program.
Sovereign Reflections offers learning
opportunities to enrolled members of the
tribe. The internship program is designed
to reflect the importance of self-regulat-
ing the tribe’s gaming enterprises in order
to preserve sovereignty. With the underly-
ing goal of developing the “ownership”
role further, the intern will gain valuable
professional experience and foster leader-
ship skills through the internship.
The internship is not easy, but is fun
and rewarding. An intern will experience
the day-to-day operations of the Gaming
Commission. The program, which will
last about eight weeks, will provide
exceptional insight into the vital role of
gaming regulators. An intern will meet
the Gaming Commissioners and see first-
hand surveillance, investigations, auditing
and compliance. The intern will be evalu-
ated on his/her experience, and will be
able to use the experience as a résumé-
builder.
An applicant for internship must be
an enrolled member of the Forest County
Potawatomi Community of Wisconsin, at
least age 18, and have successfully
attained a high school diploma or its
equivalent (e.g. GED). He or she must
have valid identification. In order for the
applicant to access the highly sensitive
areas of the tribe’s casinos, he or she must
meet the stringent criteria to qualify for a
temporary gaming license.
The next intern start date will be
June 1, 2011. Applications are due no
later than April 15, 2011.
For an application, or for more infor-
mation, please call (414) 847-7694.
“Sovereign Reflections”Internship Opportunity Offered submitted by Jason L. Corbin, FCP Gaming Compliance Officer
Calendar/Menus/Notices POTAWATOMI TRAVELING TIMES • March 15, 2011 Page 9
M A R C H 2 0 1 1
C A L E N D A R O F E V E N T S
N . E . W . D i r e c t i o n s (formerly Walking 4 Directions)
All programs are at the tribal hall, 8000 Potawatomi Trail, unless specified otherwise. All activities are open to all community
members. If your child would like to participate, or if you want to volunteer, please call (715) 478-4613. Monday - Thursday
pick-up is at 3:45 p.m. Activities start at 4:30 p.m.
Beadwork: Mondays - 4:30 - 6 p.m. (March 14, 21, 28)
Words of Wisdom: Tuesdays - 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., with dinner
after (March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29)
N.E.W. Dir. Ed.: Thursdays - 4:30 - 6 p.m. (March 17, 24, 31)
F C P F a m i l y R e s o u r c e C e n t e r
C H O I C E S P r o g r a m
Crandon High School: Mondays - 9 - 11 a.m. or as needed
Healthy Living/Youth on the Move: Mondays - 4:30 - 6 p.m. at
Rec/We Care; transport provided (March 14, 21, 28)
Fun with Food Culinary Night: Tuesdays - 5 - 7 p.m. at Rec
(March 22) limited transportation
Dinner & Movie: Tuesdays - 4:45 - 7 p.m. at Exec. Bldg.
(March 15, 29) limited transportation
Generations: Wednesdays - 4 - 7 p.m. at YMCA (March 16,
23, 30) - transport available, MUST sign up
Wabeno High School: Thursdays - 9 - 11 a.m. or as needed
Powwow: March 19 & 20 - Watch for flyers!
CHOICES program events occasionally change. Be sure to watch for
special events. A snack or dinner will be served on Tuesday and
Wednesday evenings. Parental permission is required. NEST points
given for all CHOICES activities and events. For more information, con-
tact Lori Murphy at (715) 478-4198.
• Healthy Relationships: No March classes!
• Play Shoppe: Tuesdays 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. No class on 3/22!
• Life Skills Group: Wednesdays 1-3 p.m. No class on 3/23!
• Positive Indian Parenting: Thursdays 10 a.m. - Noon. No class on
3/24!
• Trans Program Class: coming in June.
Call (715) 478-7262 for details on programs.
R e c r e a t i o n D e p a r t m e n t
Call the Rec Center at (715) 478-7420
for info on open gym hours or March events.
March 2011 FCP Elder Menu*Monday, March 14
Fish Filet on a Bun, Boiled RedPotatoes, Green Beans, Peaches
Tuesday, March 15Hamburger Gravy, Mashed
Potatoes, Corn, California Blend,Mandarin Oranges
Wednesday, March 16Egg Salad on Croissant,
Chips, Carrots & Celery Sticks,Peanut Butter Cookies
Thursday, March 17Baked Chicken, Stuffing, BrusselSprouts, Carrots, Roll, Pineapple
Friday, March 18Hot Tuna Casserole, Broccoli,Bread, Brownie, Applesauce
Monday, March 21Kielbasa, Sauerkraut,
Mashed Potatoes, Cream Corn, Fruit Cocktail
Tuesday, March 22Indian Tacos, Chocolate Cake
Wednesday, March 23Beef Stew over Biscuits,
Jello with Fruit
Thursday, March 24Pork Chop, Rice Pilaf, Spinach, Beets, Cookie
Friday, March 25Tomato Rice Soup,
Egg Salad Sandwich, Plums
*Meals are subject to change. Milk, juice or coffee with every meal.
Monday, March 28Tater Tot Casserole, Green Beans,
Carrots, Ice Cream
Tuesday, March 29Beef Tips over Noodles, Peas &
Carrots, Mandarin Oranges
Wednesday, March 30Spaghetti & Meatballs, Tossed
Salad, Corn, Garlic Bread, Pears
Thursday, March 31Chicken Wrap, Cottage Cheese,Sweet Potato, Blueberry Muffin
Friday, April 1Riblet on a Bun, French Fries,
Baked Beans, Peaches
It’s Time for the Quarterly...
SOBRIETY FEAST
Thursday, March 24 • 6 p.m.
FCP Health & Wellness
Center lower level
We will have a speaker.
There will be door prizes,
but you must attend the
entire event to be eligible for
the prizes. Please bring
a traditional dish to pass.
If you have any questions
about this event, please call
715-478-4371/4325.
Technology and Reality in Sexual Assault:
A Two-Part Training Open to the Public • April 7: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
FCP Executive Building Auditorium
9 a.m. – Noon: “Safety & Strategic Technology” with Stephen Montagna,
Wisconsin Coalition Against Sexual Assault (WCASA) violence preven-
tion communications coordinator
Noon – 1 p.m.: Lunch
1 p.m. – 3 p.m.: “Sexual Assault 101” with Lynn Johnson, M.S.W., FCP
Domestic Violence Shelter sexual assault coordinator, and Mary Sue
Engebretson, Tri-County Council on Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault
advocate
Questions? Call Johnson at 715-478-4991.
This event is sponsored by the FCP Bakakswen i Shkwadem *Door is
Open* Domestic Violence Shelter and Tri-County Council On Domestic
Violence & Sexual Assault.
Mondays: 4:30 - 6 p.m. (March 14, 21, 28)
Tuesdays: Office open 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Wednesdays: Adults at 9 a.m. - noon (March 16, 23, 30)
Ages 13-18 at 4:30 - 6 p.m. (March 16, 23, 30)
Thursdays: Ages 7-18 at Carter We Care, 4:30 - 6 p.m. (March
17, 24, 31)
B e a d i n g & R e g a l i a M a k i n g C l a s s e s
Health Promotion Disease Prevention
Youth on the MoveWALKING PROGRAM
Have Fun & Improve Your Health by Moving More!
To register or if you have questions, please contact:
Lisa Miller, H&W Center Dietitian, (715) 478-4320, or Becky Meinert,
Community Health LPN, (715) 478-4366.
Start time 4:30 p.m. Light snack provided. Physical activity 4:45 - 5:30 p.m.
Mar. 14 #2 Pedometer
Mar. 21 #3 Snowshoeing
Mar. 28 #4 Minute to Win It Games
Apr. 4 #5 Walk Video
Apr. 11 #6 PAK games/activities
Apr. 18 #7 Poker Run
May 2 #8 Final Pedometer
Mar. 3 #2 Pedometer
Mar. 17 #3 Snowshoeing
Mar. 24 #4 Minute to Win It Games
Mar. 31 #5 Walk Video
Apr. 7 #6 PAK games/activities
Apr. 14 #7 Poker Run
Apr. 21 #8 Final Pedometer
Two-Mile Mondays in Carter: Three K Thursdays at Rec Center:
NoticesPOTAWATOMI TRAVELING TIMES • March 15, 2011Page 10
MILITARY VETERANS
Veterans Post 1 - We consider it an
honor and privilege to be of service to our
Potawatomi community. Membership is
open to all veterans and spouses of
Potawatomi tribal members. Meetings are
on the first Monday of each month at 5
p.m. at the FCP Language Department on
Lois Crowe Dr.
SERVICES OFFERED
Employment Skills Program
FCP Economic Support has an
employment skills program for tribal
members with resources/tools to help you
overcome employment barriers. We are
here to coach and encourage individuals to
recognize their skills and to find occupa-
tions related to those skills and interests.
If you would like more information,
please stop by FCP Economic Support or
call at (715) 478-7292.
Neshnabemwen - The Potawatomi
language has endured through the passage
of time. At one time, it is said that we all
spoke the same language. Later on, we
started speaking different languages and
forming tribes based on who was able to
understand each other.
The Bodewadmi, Ojibwe and Odawa
were all one tribe and spoke the same lan-
guage. As the differences in the language
grew, they each formed a separate entity.
However, they maintained a close bond
and formed the “Council of the Three
Fires” to deal with any issues that might
affect them. The Three Fires signified the
alliance between the three, while their
individual fires proclaimed their own iden-
tity.
Beginning learners on Monday
evenings: 5 - 7 p.m. - FCP Cultural
Center, Library and Museum: (715) 478-
7478.
Regalia-Making Classes Offered
The FCP Health and Wellness AODA
Youth Prevention Program, sponsored by
the Behavioral Health Department, is
offering beading and regalia-making class-
es for youth and family member(s) ages 7
and up.
Classes are taught by Charlene
“Doots” Daniels. Please check calendar of
events on page 9 for dates, times, loca-
tions, and age range of classes.
Due to limited quantities, participants
must bring their own fabric and hide. The
program can provide beads, needles,
sewing machines and assistance. If inter-
ested, or if you have questions, please
contact Daniels at (715) 478-4195.
CULTURE
EDUCATION
Crandon Education Committee
Monthly meetings held the first
Wednesday of the month at 5 p.m., upper
level of the FCP Cultural Center, Library
and Museum. Contact these committee
members with questions or concerns:
Sonya Milham - Chairperson
(715) 473-6410 (home)
Hazel George - Vice-Chairperson
(715) 478-5612 (home)
Shari Alloway - Treasurer
(715) 478-7224 (work)
Margaret Konaha - Board Member
(715) 478-7347 (work)
Myra VanZile - Home School
Coordinator
(715) 478-6175 (home)
(715) 478-3723, Crandon School
WIEC - Meetings are held every sec-
ond Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m. at
Potawatomi Carter Casino Hotel.
Volunteers Needed - for FCP
Bakakwsen i Shkwadem, *The Door is
Open* Domestic Violence Shelter. We
need caring, compassionate people who
want to support Anishnabe people. If
interested, please call (715) 478-7201 (24-
hour hotline). Thank you kindly!
Why volunteer? Make an impact, get
satisfaction, help others, develop yourself,
utilize time and learn.
Families Anonymous 12 Step
Meetings
FCP Health & Wellness Center upper
level group room, Thursdays, Noon - 1
p.m. Participants are welcome to bring a
brown bag lunch. If clinic is closed
there’ll be no meeting.
For more information, call (715) 478-
4325 or 4332.
Do You Feel Like No One
Understands You? You’re not alone! Let
your voice be heard! Let someone share
your pain! If you are thinking of commit-
ting suicide or know someone who is,
please get help! Help is only one touch or
a phone call away.
Crisis Line: 1 (888) 299-1188
(Serving Forest, Vilas & Oneida counties:
24 hours a day/7 days a week)
Kids in Need: 1 (800) 622-9120
The Get-2-Gether Peer Support Drop-
In Center: (715) 369-3871
Run-Away Hotline: 1 (800) 621-4000
1 (800) 273-TALK; TTY: 1 (800) 799-
4TTY
suicidehotlines.com
AA Meetings - New location!
Wednesdays at 7 p.m., CoVantage
Credit Union lower level, Crandon
Crandon AA - Thursday Night Big
Book Study, lower level Crandon Library
- 7 p.m. Contacts: Carol (715) 482-5012
or Ahshoni (715) 220-8777.
AA Meetings - Lost Marbles
Meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous
Saturdays at 9 a.m., Wabeno Fire Dept.
Contact Donald at (715) 889-6709 or
Ryan at (715) 850-1265 for more informa-
tion.
Family Services CHOICES
Program: Make Good Choices
All FCP community youth from ages
9-18 are invited to sign-up or re-register
for the program. You must be registered to
attend CHOICES events. Please contact
Miss Lori at (715) 478-4198.
OPPORTUNITIESEVENTS
EDUCATION
Balancing Your Life & Diabetes/
SPARKS
Wednesdays, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.,
Diabetes Education Room, Health &
Wellness Center
Diabetes Education: Monitoring, making healthy changes,
psychosocial, complications, sick day and
travel, planning for pregnancy, hypo-
glycemia, medications, diabetes in gener-
al, insulin and goal setting.
Sparks Weight ManagementProgram:
Physical Activity & Nutrition
Education:
S - Support (weekly participation
encouraged)
P - Program
A - Get Active, Stay Active
R - Reap the Rewards:
Feel Better, Be Healthier
K - Know the Basics of
Good Nutrition
S - Stay Focused on Being Healthy
Please Call Theresa Marvin at (715)
478-4383, Lisa Miller at (715) 478-4320
or Cathy Chitko at (715) 478-4367.
HEALTH
Notice to FCPC Hunters: The
Forest County Potawatomi Community
Wildlife Resources Program is accepting
deer carcasses (partial or whole) from
hunter harvests or road-kill. FCPC
Natural Resources will launch a carni-
vore monitoring program and would like
to utilize any inedible or unused white-
tailed deer parts as a component of this
study. Participation in this program will
contribute to the understanding of carni-
vore populations on FCPC land, while
ensuring minimal waste of the FCPC sek
si (deer) resource. Please bring carcass
donations to the Natural Resources build-
ing, 5320 Wensaut Ln., Crandon.
Business hours are Monday - Thursday, 7
a.m. – 5 p.m.
EVENTS
MISC.
Academic Success Learning Lab
Nicolet HSED/GED spring semesterclasses started on Thursday, Jan. 20,2011, and will run every Tuesday andThursday from 9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at the
FCP Cultural Center, Library and Museum
lower level classroom #010.
The Nicolet College Academic
Success Learning Lab is open in the
Forest County Potawatomi community to
help you. An instructor is available to
assist adult students in getting their high
school diploma or just brush-up on skills.
Call Christie Schmidt at (715) 478-
7206 or Daniel Smith at (715) 478-7355 if
you have any questions.
Basic Computer Classes: Microsoft
Word Essentials for FCP tribal-affiliat-
ed or FCP tribal members
Instructed by One Prospect, classes
will be held every Tuesday for four weeks,
from 2 - 4 p.m. beginning on March 15, at
the FCP Cultural Center, Library and
Museum classroom. Registration wasrequired by March 8.
Course Objectives:
• Create a basic document by using
Microsoft Word.
• Edit documents by locating and mod-
ifying text.
• Format text.
• Format paragraphs.
• Add tables to a document.
• Add graphic elements to a document.
• Control a document’s page setup and
its overall appearance.
• Proof documents to make them more
accurate.
Hosted by the FCP Economic Support
Department. Call Stephany Shepard at
(715) 478-4433 if you have any questions.
Hungry Soul Soup Kitchen
Open at the Laona First Presbyterian
Church (located U.S. Hwy. 8, Laona) the
last Sunday of every month, 3-5 p.m. Free
and open to everyone.
The Women’s Warrior Society
Meetings will be held the fourth
Tuesday of the month. For more informa-
tion, please contact Marilynn Alloway at
(715) 478-4317. Sponsored by FCP
Domestic Violence Outreach.
HIV/AIDS Awareness Dance - 80s
Theme
This event, planned for April, is for
FCP tribal community members. There
will be food, trivia, prizes and, of course,
80s music. Call Elizabeth Reed if you
have any questions: 715-478-4381. Also,
watch for the updated notice with the date,
time and location of the event in the April
1 issue of the Potawatomi TravelingTimes.
HEALTH
A reminder from the FCP Insurance
Department:
The tribal member and tribal member
dependent medical plans are always to pay
after all other medical plans, including but
not limited to employer medical plans,
Medicaid, and Medicare.
Please call Janet at (715) 478-7448
for details.
“He who cannot forgive
breaks the bridge
over which he himself
must pass.”
-George Herbert
“Character isn't inherited.
One builds it daily by the way
one thinks and acts, thought
by thought, action by action.
If one lets fear or hate or
anger take possession of
the mind, they become
self-forged chains.”
-Helen Douglas
“To forgive is to
set a prisoner free
and discover the
prisoner was you.”
-Unknown
This was read at
Donavan’s funeral. For those
of you who didn’t hear this, I
want to share it with you.
I want to thank my family
and friends for all the love and
support you have shown. I am
not alone in my loss.
For the past three
months, Donavan had a peace-
ful nature. He was coming out
of his coma in stages. He did
not reach the stage of anger
or knowing what happened to him. He got to the point of know-
ing who we were, smiling at his recognition, smiling at a joke,
playing thumb wars, changing channels on the TV. And, he even
caught a tennis ball with his right hand several times. He
wrote, “Hi, Mom,” on a paper. He also wrote his last name in cur-
sive. Tessa had asked him, “If you could talk, uncle, what will you
tell your family?” And he wrote, “I love and miss you all.” He was
making progress, and we noticed every week that we saw him.
I will miss my son tremendously, but knowing he is with his
Heavenly Father, his dad and Lamar makes it a little easier.
Death was not in God’s plan; the devil had a hand in that.
We all know what led up to where we are today. Please don’t
take this lightly. A lot of you have narrowly missed death or
serious injury because of drinking. I know this is a touchy sub-
ject, but I had to say that. Alcohol took my son - no getting
around it. I love you all, and I want you to be safe, be happy; hug
your children, moms and dads.
Donavan will be missed. Remember him for his silly acts,
beautiful smile and tender heart. Keep us in your prayers, and
we will be praying for all of you.
I told Donavan on Saturday that I was going to wear the
necklace he gave me, so the next time he sees me he could
touch it. I usually wear a cross, and he would touch the cross
with his fingers. This necklace I am wearing says, “Mom” and I
am proud to say, “Donavan, I am your mom.”
I love you my son, and I will miss you now and forever.
Love,
Mom
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Happy Birthday to big sister,
Peggy Konaha,on March 17.We love you!
From brother Billy Ray,Katherine & Gizhgo
Happy Belated Birthdayto little brother,
Dylan “Standingeagle”
Prescotton March 6th.
From brother Billy Ray,Katherine & Gizhgo
Happy 2nd Birthday
to
Precious Skye DeVerney
on March 7th.
Love you baby girl!
Love, Dad, Mom,
Angel, Miranda
and Michael
THANK YOU...The family of Donavan Shepard would
like to give a big thank you to all that
helped us get through the difficult
days after Donavan’s death.
His death was totally unexpect-
ed, as he was doing so well.
First of all, thank you, Executive
Council, in helping us prepare
Donavan for rehab at Clearview. We
worked as fast as we could, but he
passed away the day before his
transfer.
Thank you to Weber-Hill for their kind
words and kindness.
Many thanks to those who brought food
and supplies needed. The meals were awesome; thanks to Bertie
Pemma and her daughters. Donavan’s favorite foods were served.
Thank you: Pastor Don Dewing for his message; my brother,
Dennis, for the song; the grave diggers; pall bearers; and firekeep-
ers; and those who sent flowers and cards. The way everyone
stepped in and took part was amazing.
Family and friends can’t be replaced. We hope that you will
always feel welcome to visit at Donavan’s home. The coffee pot is
always on. Thank you again.
Sincerely,
Patsy Shepard, mom; Frank, Dan, Tom, Nathan, Bronson, brothers;
Diane, Malinda, Luane, Veronica, sisters
Happy Birthday,“Horn”.
- Teets and Doots
Happy Birthday,“Nokey”.
We love you!- Teets and Doots
With honor, we acknowledge our parents, Harvey and Carol (George) White
on their 50th Wedding Anniversary
on March 25th.Thanks for who you are - great parents!
From, Kevin and Tiffany White
LIFE SKILLS CLASS • JUNE 2011
FCP Family Resource Center
Start on the road to a career in construction with TrANS who offers a FREE
120-hour Road Construction Training Program. Training includes: OSHA-10
Instruction, Flagging Certification, CPR/First Aid Certification, Job Placement
Assistance, Apprenticeship Opportunities and much more.
Contact Rick Alloway at (715) 478-7262 for more information or to sign-up by
May. Native Americans, women and minorities are encouraged to apply!
See the article about Paul Shegonee and Urban Fab on page 3 of this issue.
News From the NationsPage 12 POTAWATOMI TRAVELING TIMES • March 15, 2011
Office of Tribal Relations Seeks Comments from Tribes onConsultation Plansubmitted by USDA Office of Communications
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28, 2011 —
USDA’s Office of Tribal Relations is
continuing to solicit comments on a
draft department-wide policy that will
guide future consultation and collabora-
tion efforts. The policy will guide all
USDA agencies as they work with the
tribes.
“President Obama has personally
demonstrated his commitment to the
tribes, and the draft consultation policy
underscores our intention to work hand
in hand with tribal members on a gov-
ernment-to-government basis,” said
Janie Hipp, senior advisor to the
Secretary for Tribal Affairs. “We shared
the draft document with the tribes earlier
this year and are asking that all com-
ments be provided to us by March 25,
so that we can finalize this critical docu-
ment.”
In a letter to tribal leaders dated
Jan. 25, Agriculture Secretary Tom
Vilsack stated that his “focus is to create
a policy that moves USDA toward better
practices regarding future consultations
and to promote policy development
within the Department that includes col-
laboration and consultation from tribes.”
The letter notes that while the
Department has received input from the
tribes as a result of outreach, additional
input is welcome.
To read more about the plan, see
www.usda.gov/documents/ConsultationP
lan.pdf or email
[email protected]. Comments
may be submitted by email, or by mail
to: Janie Hipp, Senior Advisor for Tribal
Relations, 1400 Independence Ave. SW,
Suite 500A, Washington, D.C., 20250.
Indian Arts and Crafts Board and U.S. Patent and Trademark OfficeRelease New Intellectual Property Protection Brochuresubmitted by U.S. Department of Interior News
WASHINGTON, DC— The Indian
Arts and Crafts Board (IACB), an
agency of the U.S. Department of the
Interior, has released a new intellectual
property rights protection brochure, cre-
ated in collaboration with the United
States Patent and Trademark Office
(USPTO), and entitled Introduction to
Intellectual Property for American
Indian and Alaskan Native Artists.
The brochure provides an introduc-
tion to the various intellectual property
rights protections – trademarks, copy-
right, design patents, trade secrets -
afforded to American Indian and
Alaskan Native artists and artisans.
Intellectual property protection is impor-
tant to every business, including
American Indian and Alaskan Native
artists, and this brochure will help teach
artists and artisans how they can protect
their intellectual property, economic
livelihood and cultural heritage.
If you would like copies of the
brochure, they can be obtained by call-
ing the IACB toll free at 1-888-278-
3253, or through email at
[email protected]. The brochure can also
be viewed on the IACB’s website at
www.iacb.doi.gov.
The IACB, a federal agency under
the U.S. Department of the Interior, was
established by Congress in 1935. Its
dual mission is to promote authentic
Native American art and craftwork of
members of federally recognized tribes,
as well as to implement and enforce the
Indian Arts and Crafts Act, which makes
it illegal to fraudulently market art and
craftwork as Indian-made when it is not
made by an Indian as defined by the
Act.
The USPTO is a federal agency
within the U.S. Department of
Commerce and, as its principal mis-
sions, grants patents, registers trade-
marks and provides advice to the
Administration on the full range of intel-
lectual property issues, including copy-
right and enforcement as well as patent
and trademark issues. Through its
Global Intellectual Property Academy
(GIPA), the USPTO provides training to
U.S. small businesses on intellectual
property issues, including outreach to
American Indian and Alaskan Native
artists in cooperation with the IACB.
NCAI Announces Indian Country Leadership Awardssubmitted by Thom Wallace, National Congress of American Indians
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The
National Congress of American Indians
(NCAI) has announced the recipients of
the organization’s prestigious Indian
Country Leadership Awards. Senator
Daniel Akaka (D – HI), Chairman of the
Senate Committee on Indian Affairs,
Associate Attorney General Tom
Perrelli, the Annie E. Casey Foundation,
and long-time tribal leader and advocate
Billy Frank Jr., will be honored by the
organization for outstanding contribu-
tions to Indian Country. Wilma
Mankiller, the first female chief of the
Cherokee Nation who passed away in
2010, will be recognized posthumously
among the 2011 recipients.
“Unwavering leadership is an
important quality of a hero in Indian
Country; each of the awardees have
proven their commitment through
actions, changing Indian Country for
generations to come,” said Jefferson
Keel, president of NCAI and lieutenant
governor of the Chickasaw Nation in
Oklahoma.
NCAI, the nation’s oldest, largest,
and most representative American
Indian and Alaska Native organization,
will present the awards during an
evening award reception held in con-
junction with its Executive Council
Winter Session in Washington, D.C.
Congressional Leadership Award -
Senator Daniel Akaka of Hawaii
Senator Akaka is the only indige-
nous member of the Senate, and has
served as a member of the Senate
Committee on Indian Affairs since 1991
and demonstrated long-standing interest
in supporting tribal self-determination
and honoring federal trust and treaty
responsibilities to Indian tribes.
Chairman Akaka has been the lead spon-
sor of the Native Hawaiian
Reorganization Act, which would restore
self-government to the indigenous peo-
ple of Hawaii. This year, he has become
Chairman of the Senate Committee on
Indian Affairs by virtue of his seniority
and long-standing commitment to Indian
issues.
Native American Leadership
Award - Billy Frank, Jr.
Billy Frank, Jr. is a peerless advo-
cate of tribal treaty rights and natural
resources. In the 1960s and 70s, Frank
was arrested more than 50 times defend-
ing the tribes’ established treaty rights to
fish, hunt and gather shellfish. His
courage resulted in “The Boldt
Decision”, a federal case re-affirming
tribal rights and establishing tribes in
western Washington as co-managers of
salmon resources. As the long-time
chairman of the Northwest Indian
Fisheries Commission, he continues to
advocate tirelessly for the protection of
American Indian and Alaska Native nat-
ural resources for the benefit of all peo-
ples.
Governmental Leadership Award -
Associate Attorney General Tom
Perrelli
Associate Attorney General Tom
Perrelli has made public safety in Indian
Country a priority since day one. His
commitment has resulted in concrete
improvements in law and policy, includ-
ing: enactment of the Tribal Law &
Order Act, institution of a streamlined
DOJ tribal grant solicitation, creation of
a new federal/tribal domestic violence
prosecution task force, creation of the
Tribal Nations Advisory Council, and
the hiring of additional assistant U.S.
attorneys to prosecute crime in Indian
country across the nation.
Public Sector Leadership Award -
Annie E. Casey Foundation
The Annie E. Casey Foundation has
worked many years to support American
Indian and Alaska Native families
through grant-making and direct servic-
es. The Foundation has been a leader in
the philanthropic community, providing
critical resources to support programs
and initiatives for Native children. The
investments of the Annie E. Casey
Foundation have filled an important gap
in providing critical data on Native chil-
dren and supporting Native institutions
that inform effective policy making at
the national, state and tribal level.
Special Recognition Award -
Wilma Mankiller
In honor of the outstanding contri-
bution of Wilma Pearl Mankiller to
Indian Country and tribal relations with
other sovereign nations, the National
Congress of American Indians will name
its fellowship program in honor of her
legacy. It will be henceforth known as
the “Wilma Mankiller Fellowship
Program for Tribal Policy and
Governance”.
Founded in 1944, the NationalCongress of American Indians is theoldest, largest and most representativeAmerican Indian and Alaska Nativeorganization in the country. NCAI advo-cates on behalf of tribal governmentsand communities, promoting strong trib-al-federal government-to-governmentpolicies, and promoting a better under-standing among the general publicregarding American Indian and AlaskaNative governments, people and rights.For more information, visitwww.ncai.org.
